Image of Poverty in Manila
Shacks or slum houses made of scrap. Materials like junk G.I. sheets, billboards, boxes, plywoods, mostly taken from garbage - all these pieces put into one and the very poor Filipino people call it HOME.
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The Philippine Islands became a Spanish colony during the 16th century; they were ceded to the US in 1898 following the Spanish-American War. In 1935 the Philippines became a self-governing commonwealth. Manuel QUEZON was elected President and was t... [read more]
The Philippine Islands became a Spanish colony during the 16th century; they were ceded to the US in 1898 following the Spanish-American War. In 1935 the Philippines became a self-governing commonwealth. Manuel QUEZON was elected President and was t... [read more] Blog: Poverty and the Fancy Corporate Headquarters in Manila
Date: April 2nd 2006
Going around Metro Manila is quite a challenge. Most motorists do not respect the rules of the road, too much congestion, smoke pollution, and a total messy road traffic condition. You name it, and Manila roads have it. From colorful jeepneys, trendy cars, junky cars, home-made cars (locally called "assembled"), tricycles, and motorcyles. However for me, one image that is difficult to forget is th ... read more
Date: April 2nd 2006
Going around Metro Manila is quite a challenge. Most motorists do not respect the rules of the road, too much congestion, smoke pollution, and a total messy road traffic condition. You name it, and Manila roads have it. From colorful jeepneys, trendy cars, junky cars, home-made cars (locally called "assembled"), tricycles, and motorcyles. However for me, one image that is difficult to forget is th ... read more
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